The iOptron CEM40 is the next generation of center-balanced equatorial mounts. Weighing in at only 7.9kg., the mount can support a payload of up to 18kg.
The CEM40 features the iPolar integrated electronic polar scope. This tool ensures the accurate alignment of a telescope, even when the pole is obscured. There are large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system to make it easy to snap the gears into place. The gears are spring-loaded for reduced backlash.
This iOptron CEM40 mount has a dual saddle that accommodates Losmandy and Vixen-style dovetail plates. It also uses iOptron's ultra-quiet, low-power consumption stepper motor drive system, aiding the mount in providing precise tracking.
The iOptron CEM40 mount uses the Go2Nova® 8407 hand controller to navigate the night sky. This incredible technology helps observers find celestial objects with the aid of the mount's 212,000+ object database.
Features
- Unique design, Center-Balanced equatorial mount (CEM) for maximum payload and minimum mount weight
- Idea for both visual observation and astrophotography
- Maximum payload of 18 kg with the mount weight of only 7.9 kg
- All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodized
- Easy to use quick-lock gear clutches
- Integrated iPolar electronic polar finder
- Low periodic error (< ± 7 arc seconds)
- Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC)
- Precision stepper motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking
- Go2Nova 8407+ controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology with built-in heater
- Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
- 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
- USB communication port
- Cable management system
- 6" Losmandy D & Vixen dual dovetail saddle
- LiteRoc 1.75 inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod (7kg)
- Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer
- NEW iOptron subsidized TheSky Imaging Edition
Specifications
| Mount | Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount |
|---|---|
| Max payload | 18 kg (40 lbs) excluding counterweight |
| Mount weight | 7.9 kg (17.4 lbs) |
| Payload/Mount weight ratio | 2.28 |
| Body material | All metal, CNC machined, anodized |
| Periodic error (PE) | <±7 arcsec |
| PEC | Yes, Permanent PEC |
| Worm period | 400 sec |
| Right Ascension worm wheel | Φ 110 mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash |
| Declination worm wheel | Φ 110 mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash |
| Right Ascension axis shaft | Φ 45 mm steel |
| Declination axis shaft | Φ 45 mm steel |
| Right Ascension bearing | Φ 68 mm |
| Declination bearing | Φ 68 mm |
| Worm diameter | Φ 17 mm, Brass |
| Motor drive | Precision 1.8º stepper motor, 128 x microdivision |
| Resolution | 0.08 arc seconds (200 PPS) |
| Transmission | Synchronous belt |
| Latitude adjustment range | 0º ~ 60º (special CW shaft mounting if <10° ) |
| Azimuth adjustment range | ± 6º |
| Polar Scope | Internal iPolar electronic polar scope |
| Level indicator | Level bubble |
| Hand Controller | Go2Nova 8407+, 8 line 21 character LCD |
| Meridian treatment | Stop (0-10° pass), flip |
| Max slew speed | 4.5°/sec (1080x) |
| Power consumption | 0.6A (tracking), 0.9A (GOTO) |
| Power requirement | 12V DC, 5A, 5.5 x 2.5mm plug |
| Power-down memory | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | External (optional) |
| Communication port | USB |
| Autoguide port | ST-4 |
| Cable management | DC 12V (3A), ST4, USB |
| Counterweight shaft | Φ 28 x 280 mm, Stainless Steel, 1.2 kg |
| Counterweight | 4.5 kg (10 lbs) |
| Tripod | LiteRoc heavy-duty stainless steel tripod (7.5kg) |
| Dovetail saddle | 6" Losmandy D & Vixen |
| GPS | Yes |
| Zero position | Automatic zero search |
| Operation temperature | -10ºC ~ 40ºC |
| Warranty | Two year limited |
| SKU | IO-7403A |
Items included
- iOptron CEM40 mount
- Go2Nova 8407+ Hand Controller
- One 11lbs (5 kg) counterweight
- Stainless steel counterweight shaft
- iPolar electronic polar scope
- AC adapter (240V)
- CEM40 GPS module
- 2X coiled control Cable (6P6C RJ11 to RJ11, straight wired)
- USB cable for mount
- LiteRoc 1.75" tripod with improved stability and leg locks
- Quick Start Guide
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Returns will be accepted for up to 10 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item.
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